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IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date 2026 Announced: Check Schedule & Revised Vacancies

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Updated: Oct 16, 2026
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The Preliminary examination for the recruitment of Customer Service Associates (CSAs) under CRP-CSA-XVI was held on 10 and 11 October 2026. The results are anticipated in November 2026. Candidates who successfully qualify for the Prelims will proceed to the Mains examination, which represents the second critical phase of the recruitment process.

IBPS has officially updated the total vacancy count from 11,403 to 11,663. Below, you will find comprehensive information regarding the expected Mains admit card release, result timelines, revised vacancies, exam patterns, selection procedures, and salary structures.

Official IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Date 2026

The Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) has officially confirmed the IBPS Clerk Mains examination will be conducted on 27 December 2026. With the preliminary stage concluded, aspirants should dedicate their efforts to rigorous Mains preparation while awaiting their results.

The Mains admit card is scheduled to be released in December 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to check the official IBPS portal at ibps.in regularly for real-time updates regarding results, call letters, and further instructions in the recruitment timeline.

Event Date
Notification 27 July 2026
Online Application Starts 1 August 2026
Last Date to Submit Form and Fee 28 August 2026
Application Correction Window
2 Days
Pre-Examination Training (PET) 3rd October 2026
Prelims Admit Card 1st October 2026
Prelims Examination
10 & 11 October 2026
Prelims Result November 2026
Mains Admit Card December 2026
Mains Examination 27 December 2026
Mains Result January 2027
Provisional Allotment March 2027

IBPS Clerk Notification 2026 PDF

The IBPS Clerk 2026 recruitment drive offers a gateway to 11 major participating public sector banks, including BOB, PNB, Canara Bank, and others, under the Common Recruitment Process (CRP CSA-XVI). The official notification is available on the IBPS website, and we have provided a direct link below for your convenience.

Download Official IBPS Clerk 2026 Notification PDF

IBPS Clerk 2026: Recruitment Highlights

Particulars Details
Recruitment
IBPS Clerk/Customer Service Associate 2026
Recruitment Cycle CRP-CSA-XVI
Earlier Indicative Vacancies 11,403
Latest Updated Vacancies 11,663
Increase 260
Vacancy Update Date 29 September 2026
Preliminary Exam
10 and 11 October 2026
Main Exam 27 December 2026

Revised IBPS Clerk Vacancies 2026

IBPS has announced a revised total of 11,663 vacancies for Clerk/Customer Service Associate (CSA) positions across participating banks. Please note that these figures are provisional and subject to change based on the specific requirements of individual banks. Refer to the table below for detailed state-wise and category-wise breakdowns.

Download IBPS Clerk 2026 Vacancy Annexure PDF

IBPS Clerk 2026 State-Wise Vacancy Distribution

S. No. State/UT SC ST OBC (NCL) EWS UR Total
1 Andaman & Nicobar 0 1 5 1 12 19
2 Andhra Pradesh 34 11 55 16 82 198
3 Arunachal Pradesh 0 19 0 4 22 45
4 Assam 26 41 99 31 157 354
5 Bihar 89 1 146 42 213 491
6 Chandigarh 4 0 4 1 11 20
7 Chhattisgarh 33 82 13 23 114 265
8 Dadra & Nagar Haveli 0 6 1 1 10 18
9 Daman & Diu 0 0 1 0 6 7
10 Delhi 65 36 127 36 157 421
11 Goa 0 5 10 5 41 61
12 Gujarat 55 113 206 68 319 761
13 Haryana 40 0 56 15 88 199
14 Himachal Pradesh 25 4 18 8 42 97
15 Jammu & Kashmir 2 6 17 4 39 68
16 Jharkhand 19 45 21 14 83 182
17 Karnataka 231 101 391 143 592 1,458
18 Kerala 10 0 32 11 68 121
19 Ladakh 0 0 0 0 6 6
20 Lakshadweep 0 4 0 1 6 11
21 Madhya Pradesh 91 114 99 49 223 576
22 Maharashtra 120 96 294 95 457 1,062
23 Manipur 0 12 3 3 24 42
24 Meghalaya 0 4 0 1 17 22
25 Mizoram 0 6 0 0 13 19
26 Nagaland 0 11 0 2 18 31
27 Odisha 55 73 40 30 147 345
28 Puducherry 1 0 5 1 20 27
29 Punjab 150 0 107 40 190 487
30 Rajasthan 69 57 86 35 163 410
31 Sikkim 0 4 4 3 17 28
32 Tamil Nadu 140 5 216 59 278 698
33 Telangana 31 19 48 18 84 200
34 Tripura 10 17 0 5 33 65
35 Uttar Pradesh 375 18 515 165 679 1,752
36 Uttarakhand 25 2 17 11 91 146
37 West Bengal 236 49 227 83 356 951
— Total 1,935 1,087 2,869 1,026 5,141 11,663

List of Participating Banks for IBPS Clerk 2026

  • Bank of India
  • Central Bank of India
  • Punjab National Bank
  • Union Bank of India
  • Bank of Maharashtra
  • Indian Bank
  • Punjab & Sind Bank
  • Bank of Baroda
  • Canara Bank
  • Indian Overseas Bank
  • UCO Bank

Analysis of Previous Years’ Vacancy Trends

IBPS Clerk Recruitment Year Number of Vacancies Filled
2026 11,663
2025 15,751
2024 11,796
2023 4,545
2022 6,635
2021 7,858
2020 8,163

IBPS Clerk 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Ensure you meet the essential eligibility requirements set by IBPS for the Customer Service Associate (Clerk) position:

Nationality Guidelines

Candidates must fulfill the citizenship criteria as specified in the official IBPS notification.

  • A Citizen of India, or
  • A Subject of Nepal, or
  • A Subject of Bhutan, or
  • A Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or
  • A Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma (Myanmar), Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania (formerly Tanganyika and Zanzibar), Zambia, Malawi, Zaire (Democratic Republic of the Congo), Ethiopia, or Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.

Age Limit (As of 1/8/2026)

Candidates must be aged between 20 and 28 years.

Category Age relaxation
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Persons affected by the 1984 riots 5 years
Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 years
Persons With Disabilities 10 years
Ex-Servicemen / Disabled Ex-Servicemen the actual period of service rendered in the Defence forces + 3 years (8 years for Disabled Ex-Servicemen belonging to SC/ST) subject to a maximum age limit of 50 years
Widows, divorced women and women legally separated from their husbands who have not remarried 9 years

Educational Qualifications

Applicants must possess a graduation degree from a recognized university. The degree must be finalized, and results declared prior to the eligibility cutoff date. Documentation will be strictly verified during the final selection stage.

Computer Literacy Requirements

Candidates are required to have basic computer skills, supported by relevant certifications or academic coursework. Proficiency in the local language of the applied state is preferred. Ex-servicemen with 15+ years of service who lack formal computer certification may qualify via specific military service credentials.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Online Application Guide

The application process for IBPS Clerk 2026 is fully digital. Candidates should register via the official website, upload mandatory documentation, and complete the fee payment. Review all details thoroughly before final submission to avoid disqualification.

Application Fee Structure

The application fee is Rs. 850/- for General and OBC categories, and Rs. 175/- for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

Payments can be made via Internet banking, credit/debit cards, or BHIM UPI. Please note that all application fees are non-refundable.

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for IBPS Clerk 2026

  1. Visit the official IBPS website.
  2. Open the CRP CSA-XVI recruitment link.
  3. Click on “New Registration”.
  4. Enter the required basic details.
  5. Upload photograph and signature.
  6. Fill in educational and other details.
  7. Select the applicable state/UT.
  8. Pay the application fee.
  9. Preview the application.
  10. Submit and save the application form.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for the Customer Service Associate position consists of two main stages: Preliminary and Mains examinations.

Stage Details
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam
The Preliminary Exam is the first and qualifying stage of the selection process. Candidates who meet the required sectional and overall cut-off marks are shortlisted for the Mains Examination.
Stage 2: Mains Exam
The Mains Examination pattern has been revised this year. It is the most important stage, as the final merit list is prepared based on the marks obtained in the Mains Exam.

Mandatory Local Language Proficiency Test

Following the Mains exam, successful candidates must pass a Local Language Proficiency Test (LPT) to demonstrate their communication skills in the language of the chosen state. Candidates who have passed 10th or 12th-grade examinations with the local language as a subject may be exempt, as per IBPS policy.

Revised IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Pattern

An overview of the current exam structure for both Prelims and Mains is provided below:

IBPS Clerk Preliminary Exam Pattern

  • Mode: Online
  • Duration: 60 Minutes
  • Total Questions: 100
  • Maximum Marks: 100
  • Sections: English Language, Reasoning Ability, and Quantitative Aptitude
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
Sr. No. Name of Test Medium of Examination No. of Questions Maximum Marks Time Allotted
1 English Language English 30 30 20 Minutes
2 Numerical Ability English & Hindi* 35 35 20 Minutes
3 Reasoning Ability English & Hindi* 35 35 20 Minutes
Total – – 100 100 60 Minutes

IBPS Clerk Mains Exam Pattern (Revised)

  • Mode: Online
  • Duration: 125 Minutes (5 minutes increased)
  • Total Questions: 160 (5 questions increased)
  • Maximum Marks: 200
  • Sectional Timing: Separate time allotted for each section
  • Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Sr. No. Name of Test (Not by Sequence) Medium of Examination No. of Questions Maximum Marks Time Allotted
1 General/Financial Awareness English & Hindi* 40 50 20 Minutes
2 General English English 40 40 35 Minutes
3 Reasoning Ability English & Hindi* 40 60 35 Minutes
4 Quantitative Aptitude English & Hindi* 40 50 35 Minutes
Total – – 160 200 125 Minutes
Is there a sectional cutoff in the IBPS Clerk exam?
Yes, the IBPS Clerk exam applies sectional cutoffs for both the Prelims and Mains phases. Candidates must achieve minimum marks in each section to qualify for subsequent stages.

Exam Medium and Language Options

The IBPS Clerk exams are conducted in various regional languages, ensuring accessibility across all states and Union Territories.

Sr. No. State/UT
Medium of Examination
1 Andaman & Nicobar
English and Hindi
2 Andhra Pradesh
English, Hindi and Telugu
3 Arunachal Pradesh
English and Hindi
4 Assam
English, Hindi and Assamese
5 Bihar
English and Hindi
6 Chandigarh
English and Hindi
7 Chhattisgarh
English and Hindi
8 Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi and Konkani
9 Delhi (NCT)
English and Hindi
10 Goa
English, Hindi and Konkani
11 Gujarat
English, Hindi and Gujarati
12 Haryana
English and Hindi
13 Himachal Pradesh
English and Hindi
14 Jammu & Kashmir
English, Hindi and Urdu
15 Jharkhand
English and Hindi
16 Karnataka
English, Hindi, Kannada and Konkani
17 Kerala
English, Hindi and Malayalam
18 Ladakh
English and Hindi
19 Lakshadweep
English, Hindi and Malayalam
20 Madhya Pradesh
English and Hindi
21 Maharashtra
English, Hindi, Marathi and Konkani
22 Manipur
English, Hindi and Manipuri
23 Meghalaya
English and Hindi
24 Mizoram
English and Hindi
25 Nagaland
English and Hindi
26 Odisha
English, Hindi and Odia
27 Puducherry
English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam
28 Punjab
English, Hindi and Punjabi
29 Rajasthan
English and Hindi
30 Sikkim
English and Hindi
31 Tamil Nadu
English, Hindi and Tamil
32 Telangana
English, Hindi, Telugu and Urdu
33 Tripura
English, Hindi and Bengali
34 Uttar Pradesh
English, Hindi and Urdu
35 Uttarakhand
English and Hindi
36 West Bengal
English, Hindi and Bengali

IBPS Clerk 2026 Syllabus Overview

The Prelims syllabus focuses on Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and English Language. The Mains syllabus expands to include General/Financial Awareness and Computer Aptitude.

Quantitative Aptitude
Reasoning
English
Number Series
Seating Arrangements
Cloze Test
Data Interpretation
Puzzles
Reading Comprehension
Simplification/ Approximation
Inequalities
Spotting Errors
Quadratic Equation
Syllogism
Sentence Improvement
Data Sufficiency
Input-Output
Sentence Correction
Mensuration
Data Sufficiency
Para Jumbles
Average
Blood Relations
Fill in the Blanks
Profit and Loss
Order and Ranking
Para/Sentence Completion
Ratio and Proportion
Alphanumeric Series
Work, Time, and Energy
Distance and Direction
Time and Distance
Verbal Reasoning
Probability
Relations
Simple and Compound Interest
Permutation and Combination

For a detailed breakdown of the syllabus and effective preparation strategies, follow our comprehensive guide.

How to Select Bank Preferences for IBPS Clerk

Candidates must designate their preferred participating banks during the application process. Since this preference cannot be modified post-allotment, choose strategically. Consider factors like career growth, location, and institutional reputation.

Strategy Tip: Research each participating bank's culture and employee benefits to build a priority list that aligns with your professional aspirations.

  1. Check Bank Presence in Your State/Region – Give higher preference to banks that have a strong branch network in your state or hometown for better posting chances.
  2. Consider Work Environment & Growth – Research the career growth, work culture, and transfer policies of each bank before deciding.
  3. Posting & Transfer Policy – Some banks have frequent inter-state transfers, while others prefer intra-state postings. Pick according to your comfort.
  4. Language Requirements – Ensure you meet the local language criteria for the state you are applying from.

IBPS Clerk 2026 Pre-Exam Training

IBPS organizes pre-examination training for candidates from SC/ST and religious minority communities. Eligible candidates can opt-in for this training through the online application portal.

North Zone Centres
South Zone Centres
East Zone Centres
West Zone Centres
Agra
Bengaluru
Agartala
Ahmedabad
Allahabad
Chennai
Balasore
Aurangabad
Amritsar
Coimbatore
Behrampur (Ganjam)
Bhopal
Bareilly
Gulbarga
Bhubaneshwar
Indore
Chandigarh
Hyderabad
Dhanbad
Jabalpur
Dehradun
Kavaratti
Guwahati
Jaipur
Gorakhpur
Kochi
Hubli
Jodhpur
Jammu
Madurai
Kolkata
Mumbai
Kanpur
Mangalore
Muzaffarpur
Nagpur
Karnal
Mysore
Patna
Panaji (Goa)
Lucknow
Port Blair
Ranchi
Pune
Ludhiana
Puducherry
Sambalpur
Raipur
New Delhi
Thiruchirapalli
Shillong
Rajkot
Patiala
Thiruvananthapuram
Siliguri
Vadodara
Rohtak
Vijaywada
Tirupati
–
Shimla
Vishakhapatnam
–
–
Varanasi
–
–
–

IBPS Clerk 2026 Salary and Benefits

The starting IBPS Clerk salary features a basic pay of Rs. 24,050 per month, supplemented by DA, HRA, and various medical/transport allowances. Discover more about career growth, promotions, and salary structures below.

Salary Component
Amount (in Rs.)
Pay Scale
24050-1340/3-28070-1650/3-33020-2000/4-41020-2340/7-57400-4400/1-61800-2680/1-64480 (20 Years)
Basic Pay
Rs 24,050
House Rent Allowance
Rs 2739.83
Dearness Allowance
Rs 4769.12
SPL DA
Rs 1114.23
Transport Allowance
Rs 850
TA DA
Rs 133.71
Gross Salary
Rs 40,720.34

IBPS Clerk Previous Year Question Papers

Utilizing IBPS Clerk previous year question papers is a highly effective way to understand exam trends and difficulty levels. Regular practice in a timed environment is essential for boosting speed and accuracy.

See Also: Download IBPS Clerk Previous Year Papers

Understanding IBPS Clerk Previous Year Cut-Offs

The IBPS Clerk cut-off marks determine eligibility for successive stages. Factors such as vacancy counts, the number of applicants, and the exam's difficulty level significantly influence these scores annually.

IBPS Clerk Previous Year Cut Off Marks (Prelims 2024)
States/UT
General
EWS/SC/OBC/ST
Andhra Pradesh
77.5
–
Arunachal Pradesh
71
–
Assam
83.75
OBC – 82.25 / SC – 81.25
Bihar
79.5
OBC – 79.5
Chhattisgarh
77
OBC – 77
Chandigarh
81.5
–
Delhi
80.75
SC – 75.25 /OBC – 78.25
Gujarat
77.25
ST – 67.75
Goa
–
OBC – 68
Himachal Pradesh
–
ST – 83
Haryana
83
–
Jammu & Kashmir
86.25
–
Jharkhand
83.5
–
Kerala
–
OBC – 81
Madhya Pradesh
73
SC – 74.5
Maharashtra
73
ST – 69.50
Manipur
–
OBC – 70.25
Meghalaya
–
ST – 73.50
Odisha
86.75
–
Punjab
81.25
SC – 70 / OBC – 79.75
Rajasthan
83.25
EWS – 83.25
Karnataka
64.75
–
Telangana
68.25
–
Uttar Pradesh
79
OBC – 79 / SC – 70.75 / ESM – 56
Uttarakhand
–
–
West Bengal
87.75
SC – 80.25
Tamil Nadu
–
OBC – 63.25
Tripura
80.25
ST – 71
Sikkim
41
–

IBPS Clerk 2026 Exam Centres

During the application process, candidates may select preferred exam centres. Note that center assignments are subject to availability and cannot be modified once the form is submitted.

State/UT
Preliminary Exam Centres
Main Exam Centres
Andaman & Nicobar
Port Blair
Port Blair
Andhra Pradesh
Chirala, Chittoor, Eluru, Guntur, Kadapa, Kakinada, Kurnool, Nellore, Ongole, Rajahmundry, Srikakulam, Tirupati, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam, Vizianagaram
Guntur, Kurnool, Vijaywada, Vishakhapatnam
Arunachal Pradesh
Naharlagun
Naharlagun
Assam
Dibrugarh, Guwahati, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur
Guwahati, Silchar
Bihar
Arrah, Aurangabad, Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnea
Bhagalpur, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur, Patna
Chandigarh
Chandigarh/Mohali
Chandigarh/Mohali
Chhattisgarh
Bhilai Nagar, Bilaspur, Raipur
Raipur
Dadra & Nagar Haveli
Surat, Jamnagar
Surat
Daman & Diu
(Not specified)
(Not specified)
Delhi
Delhi/New Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram
Delhi/New Delhi, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Gurugram
Goa
Panaji
Panaji
Gujarat
Ahmedabad, Anand, Gandhinagar, Himatnagar, Jamnagar, Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat, Vadodara
Ahmedabad, Vadodara
Haryana
Ambala, Faridabad, Gurugram, Hissar, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panipat, Yamuna Nagar
Ambala, Hissar
Himachal Pradesh
Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Solan, Una
Hamirpur, Shimla
Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu, Samba, Srinagar
Jammu, Srinagar
Jharkhand
Bokaro Steel City, Dhanbad, Hazaribagh, Jamshedpur, Ranchi
Dhanbad, Jamshedpur, Ranchi
Karnataka
Bengaluru, Belgaum, Bidar, Davangere, Dharwad, Gulbarga, Hassan, Hubli, Mandya, Mangalore, Mysore, Shimoga, Udupi
Bengaluru, Hubli, Mangalore
Kerala
Alappuzha, Kannur, Kochi, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhikode, Malappuram, Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram, Trichur
Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram
Lakshadweep
Kavaratti
Kavaratti
Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, Jabalpur, Sagar, Satna, Ujjain
Bhopal, Indore
Maharashtra
Amravati, Aurangabad, Chandrapur, Dhule, Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Latur, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Nanded, Nashik, Pune, Ratnagiri, Solapur
Aurangabad, Mumbai/Thane/Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, Pune
Manipur
Imphal
Imphal
Meghalaya
Shillong
Shillong
Mizoram
Aizawl
Aizawl
Nagaland
Kohima
Kohima
Odisha
Balasore, Berhampur (Ganjam), Bhubaneshwar, Cuttack, Dhenkanal, Rourkela, Sambalpur
Bhubaneshwar
Puducherry
Puducherry
Puducherry
Punjab
Amritsar, Bhatinda, Fatehgarh Sahib, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Pathankot, Patiala, Sangrur
Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Mohali, Patiala
Rajasthan
Ajmer, Alwar, Bikaner, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Kota, Sikar, Udaipur
Jaipur, Udaipur
Sikkim
Bardang/Gangtok
Bardang/Gangtok
Tamil Nadu
Chennai, Coimbatore, Erode, Madurai, Nagercoil, Salem, Thanjavur, Thiruchirapalli, Tirunelvelli, Vellore, Virudhunagar
Chennai, Madurai, Tirunelveli
Telangana
Hyderabad, Karimnagar, Khammam, Warangal
Hyderabad
Tripura
Agartala
Agartala
Uttar Pradesh
Agra, Aligarh, Allahabad, Banda, Bareilly, Faizabad, Ghaziabad, Gonda, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mathura, Meerut, Moradabad, Muzaffarnagar, Noida/Greater Noida, Sitapur, Varanasi
Allahabad, Kanpur, Lucknow, Meerut, Varanasi
Uttarakhand
Dehradun, Haldwani, Roorkee
Dehradun
West Bengal
Asansol, Durgapur, Greater Kolkata, Hooghly, Kalyani, Siliguri
Asansol, Greater Kolkata, Kalyani, Siliguri

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